Panasonic SA-HT900, SA-HT700, SA-HT690 User Manual

PROGRESSIVE

SELECTOR

DIGITAL IN

C.S.M

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POWER

PHONES

TUNE MODETUNING FM MODE MEMORY

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DISCV.R.S M.R.S

The illustration shows SC-HT900.

AV SYSTEM

TV VCR

DIGITAL

TV/VIDEO

TUNER/BANDDVD/CD

AUX

DISC

123

DISC 1 DISC 2

DISC 3
PAGE
GROUP

456

DISC 4 DISC 5

SEQUENTIAL

7809

FL DISPLAY

REPEAT

S

10/

ENTER

PLAY MODE

CANCEL

SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

CH

TOP MENU

MENU

DIRECT

PLAY LIST
NAVIGATOR

ENTER

DISPLAY

RETURN

s

TV VOL

r

TV VOL

VOLUME

SUBWOOFER

S.POSITION

C.FOCUS

MIX 2CH
LEVEL

SFC

S.SRND

PL

SLEEP

ZOOM

AV AFFECT

SETUP

P.MEMORY

C.S.M

AUDIO

MUTING

TEST

DR COMP

DELAY TIME

SHIFT

SUBTITLE

CH SELECT

QUICK REPLAY

R

DVD Home Theater Sound System

Operating Instructions

Model No. SC-HT900

VOLUME

OPEN/CLOSE

DOWN

UP

DISC EXCHANGE

DISC SKIP

SC-HT700/SC-HT690

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

Region number supported by this player

Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software
according to where they are sold.

[For\U.S.A.,\Canada,\and\units\with\PX\printed\on\the\outer\packaging]

≥The region number of this player is “1”. Example:
≥The player will play DVD-Video

marked with labels containing
“1” or “ALL”.

1 ALL

[For\Latin\America]

≥The region number of this player is “4”. Example:
≥The player will play DVD-Video

marked with labels containing
“4” or “ALL”.

PX

GCPP

PC

4 ALL

1

2

4

1

2

4

AUDIO/VIDEO

[For\U.S.A.]

ENERGY STA R

As an

®

Partner, Panasonic

has determined that this product meets the

ENERGY STA R

®

guidelines for energy

efficiency.

[For\U.S.A.\only]

The warranty can be found on page 43.

RQT6750-4P

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions
carefully.

[HT900] : indicates features applicable to SC-HT900 only.

[HT700] : SC-HT700 only.

[HT690] : SC-HT690 only.

System SC-HT900 SC-HT700 SC-HT690

Main unit SA-HT900 SA-HT700 SA-HT690

Front speakers SB-FS900 SB-FS803A SB-FS803A

Center speaker SB-PC701 SB-PC703 SB-PC703

Surround speakers SB-FS900 SB-FS803A SB-FS803A

Active subwoofer SB-WA350 SB-WA340 SB-WA342

≥These operating instructions are applicable to models

SC-HT900, SC-HT700 and SC-HT690.

≥Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating

instructions are of SC-HT900 for U.S.A. and Canada.

≥Operations in these instructions are described mainly

with the remote control, but you can do the operations on
the main unit if the controls are the same.

CAUTION!

Getting started

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR
SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH
LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON
THE APPARATUS.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA:

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

CAUTION!

≥

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE,

BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE.
ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

≥DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS

WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND
SIMILAR ITEMS.

≥DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS

LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

≥DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY

FRIENDLY MANNER.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:

CAUTION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:

≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA:

CAUTION



RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

For units with PX printed on the outer packaging

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

For Latin America

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.

For areas except U.S.A. and Canada

CAUTION:

The AC voltage is different according to the area.
Be sure to set the proper voltage in your area before use.
(For details, please refer to page 10.)

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of suffi­cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.

DO NOT OPEN

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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(Inside of product)

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the ap­pliance.

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking
for replacement parts.

(Only for U.S.A.)
To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site (http://
www.panasonic.com).
(For other areas)
To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made
your purchase.

∏ 1 Remote control

[HT900]

(EUR7623X70)

[HT690]

[HT700]

(EUR7623X60)

∏ 2 Batteries

for remote control

∏ 1 AC power supply cord

[For\U.S.A.\and\Canada]

(RJA0065-1D)

[For\others]

(RJA0019-2X)

∏ 1 Video cable

(RJL1P016B15A)

[For\areas\except\U.S.A.\and\Canada]

∏ 1 Power plug adaptor

(SJP5213-2)

∏ 1 AM loop antenna

(N1DADYY00002)

∏ 1 FM indoor antenna

(RSA0006-J)

∏ 1 System cable

(K1HA25HA0001)

∏ 5 Speaker cables

(RFA2163-J)
3k4-m (13-foot) cables
2k10-m (33-foot) cables

∏ 1 Sheet of speaker-cable

stickers

[HT900]

∏ 8 Silver screws

(XSN5r16FN)

[HT900]

∏ 4 Black screws

(XTB3r10JFZ)

[HT900]

∏ 4Clips

(QWBG002AA)

[Note]

The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do
not use it with other equipment.

For areas except U.S.A. and Canada

CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

(Back of product)

Table of contents

Getting started

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Simple setup

STEP1

STEP2

STEP3
STEP4

STEP5

Other speaker setup options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

STEP6

Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Discs—Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Sequential play/Changing the disc in the play position . . . . . . . 15

Changing other discs during play/Position Memory function . . .15
Replaying a scene—QUICK REPLAY

Starting play from a selected item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Selecting still pictures—Page Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Skipping items/Fast forward and rewind—SEARCH . . . . . . . . . 16

Slow-motion play/Frame-by-frame viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Discs—Convenient functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Selecting groups to play/Repeat play/A-B repeat play . . . . . . . .17

Soundtracks/Subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

All group play/Program play/Random play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Marking places to play again/Variable Zoom function . . . . . . . .20

Playing the programs or play lists on DVD-RAM . . . . . 21

Selecting a program to play—DIRECT NAVIGATOR . . . . . . . . 21

Using the play list menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

WMA/MP3, CD text and JPEG navigation menus . . . . . 22

Playing HighMAT discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Using On-Screen Menu Icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Common procedures/Progress indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Disc information/Unit information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

The radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Manual tuning/Preset tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Sound field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Dolby Digital and DTS/Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby Pro Logic II . .28

Speaker level adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Super Surround/Sound Field Control/Center Focus . . . . . . . . . 29

Multi Rear Surround (M.R.S)/Virtual Rear Surround (V.R.S)
Seat Position

Custom Sound Memory—Store the sound settings. . . . . . . . . .30

Changing the delay time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Sound quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Adjusting the bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Double re-master—Enjoying more natural sound . . . . . . . . . . .31

DR COMP—Dynamic range compression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Muting the volume/Dimming the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

The sleep timer/Using headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Operating other equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Changing settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Optional antenna connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Product Service (U.S.A. and Canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Limited Warranty (U.S.A.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

[HT900] Assembly and connection of front

and surround speakers. . . . . . . . . . . 6

Locating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

[HT700] [HT690] Locating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

[HT900] Connecting speakers with the

subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

[HT700] [HT690] Connecting speakers with

the subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Connecting the subwoofer, antennas, and

AC power supply cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

QUICK SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Disc operations

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Radio operations

Sound field/sound quality operations

. . . . .29

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Other functions

Reference

Getting started

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with

Getting started

the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding­type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.

14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is

required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.

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Disc information

∫ Discs that can be played

Disc type Logo Indication used

in instructions

DVD-RAM [RAM]

DVD-Audio [DVD-A]

DVD-Video [DVD-V]

DVD-R

Video CD [VCD]

Including SVCD
(Confirming to
IEC62107)

CD [CD]

CD-R/RW — [WMA] [MP3]

≥Use discs with the above logos and that conform to specifications.

The unit cannot play other discs correctly.

≥Do not use irregularly shaped discs (e.g. heart-shaped), as these

can damage the unit.

Including CD text

[JPEG]

∫ Discs that cannot be played

PAL discs (except DVD-Audio), DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G,
iRW, DVD-RW, CVD, SACD, Divx Video Discs, Photo CD and
“Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and
SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107.

∫ Disc structure

Disc structure and the labels given to the items on discs depend on
the disc type.

Track: the smallest division on DVD-Audio, CDs and Video CDs,

Chapter: the smallest division on DVD-Video.
Group: collections of tracks on DVD-Audio and equivalent to

Title:
Program: the division on DVD-RAM equivalent to a single

Picture: a single JPEG file.
Play list: the largest grouping on a HighMAT disc, or a group of

Scene: DVD-RAM program sections specified and grouped into

Content: covers tracks and pictures on HighMAT discs.

or a single WMA/MP3 file.

folders or albums on data discs.
the largest division on DVD-Video, usually an entire movie.

recording.

scenes on DVD-RAM.

play lists on a DVD video recorder.

Playing DVDs and Video CDs

The producer of these discs can control how they are played so
you may not always be able to control play as described in these
operating instructions (for example if the play time is not
displayed or if a Video CD has menus). Read the disc’s
instructions carefully.

∫ DVD-RAM discs

DVD-RAM discs must meet the following conditions for this unit to be
able to play them.

Ty p e ≥Non-cartridge discs

Capacity ≥12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB (double-sided) and 4.7 GB

Recording
format

≥Remove TYPE 2 and 4 discs from their cartridges before use, then

return them when you are finished. Read the instructions for the
disc carefully.

≥Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched. Store discs in

their cartridges and ensure the disc label and cartridge label face
the same way.

≥Some parts of the disc, for example where one program ends and

another begins, may not play smoothly.

≥Discs that can be removed from their

cartridges (TYPE 2 and 4)

(single-sided)

≥8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB (double-sided)

Discs recorded with DVD video recorders, DVD
video cameras, personal computers, etc., using
Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a
unified video recording standard).

∫ DVD-R discs

Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized on a Panasonic DVD video
recorder are played as DVD-Video on this unit.

∫ CD-R and CD-RW discs

This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with
CD-DA, video CD, SVCD (conforming to IEC62107), WMA, MP3 or
JPEG. Close the sessions or finalize the disc after recording.

∫ HighMAT discs

This unit is compatible with HighMAT discs containing WMA, MP3,
and/or JPEG files.

[Note]

It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-RAM
in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.

∫ Playing PAL system DVD-Audio

This unit converts PAL to NTSC for play. The picture is compressed
to show it in its entirety, but this may cause it to be stretched
vertically.

∫ To clean discs

DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, Video CD, CD

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

DVD-RAM, DVD-R

≥Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (LF-K200DCA1,

where available).

≥Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.

∫ Handling precautions

≥Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing

instrument.

≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static

electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs with

exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.)

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market.

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Simple setup

Simple setup

STEP

1

[HT900]

Assembly and connection of front and surround speakers

4 Speaker units

4 Stands

4 Bases

Speaker cables

≥2k4-m (13-foot)

cables

≥2k10-m (33-foot)

cables

4

Approx.
120 mm

3

/4q)

(4

2

31

2

Fit into
groove.

Confirm screw
is securely
fastened.

7

Place into groove.

Confirm screw
is securely
fastened.

4

3

5

_:
`:

6

8

Copper
Silver

Copper

_:

Silver

`:

Position wire
in grooves as
necessary
avoiding
knots.

Assembled

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8 Silver screws

15

Fit into groove.

≥You can attach the speakers directly to their bases (if you want to put them on shelves, for example).

[Note]

≥Never short-circuit positive (i) and negative (j) speaker wires.
≥Be sure to connect only positive (copper) wires to positive (i) terminals and negative (silver) wires to negative (j) terminals.

Incorrect connection can damage the speakers.

Place into groove.

STEP

1

[HT700] [HT690]

Locating

1

FRONT

(L)

FRONT

2

(R)

3

SURROUND

(L)

4

SURROUND

(R)

5

CENTER

6

SUBWOOFER

Locating

1

FRONT

(L)

Setup exampleSetup example

2

FRONT

(R)

3

SURROUND

(L)

4

SURROUND

(R)

5

CENTER

6

SUBWOOFER

Simple setup

Main unit

≥The front and surround speakers are the same. Use those you have connected the short cords to as front speakers and those you have

connected the long cords to as surround speakers.

≥Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. The angles in the diagram are

approximate.

≥Use only supplied speakers

Using other speakers can damage the unit and sound quality will
be negatively affected.

≥Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them from

falling. Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers from
falling if you cannot set them up on an even surface.

Positioning for best effect

How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound
field. Note the following points.

≥Place speakers on flat secure bases.
≥Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result

in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtain.

Caution

Hold the speakers by the sides.
Applying pressure to the front net
can damage the speaker.

Main unit

Note

Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (
for proper ventilation.

Center speaker

≥You can also put this speaker directly under the television.
≥Vibration caused by the center speaker can disrupt the picture if it

is placed directly on the television. Put the center speaker on a
rack or shelf.

Subwoofer

Place to the right of the television, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so
that it won’t cause vibration.
Leave 10 cm (4q) on the right for the woofer to be effective. Leave
10 cm (4q) at the rear for ventilation.

Main unit

13

/32q) away from the system

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Simple setup

STEP

2

[HT900]

Connecting speakers with the subwoofer

Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier.

SUBWOOFER

1

2

4-m (13-foot)
cable

Sheet of
speaker-cable
stickers

3

4

5

Click!

5 CENTER

∫ Preventing the speakers from falling over ∫ Keeping the cables out of the way

Pass the cables through the holes in the stand to keep them out of
the way.

4 Black
screws

Screw

String (not included)

1 FRONT (L)

2 FRONT (R)

3 SURROUND (L)

Copper

_:

Silver

`:

4 SURROUND (R)

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Approx. 150 mm

15

(5

/16q)

Screw (not included)

4 Clips

STEP

Clip

[Note]

Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching
the speakers to wall. Improper attachment may result in
damage to the wall and speakers.

2

[HT700] [HT690]

Connecting speakers with the subwoofer

Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier.

Speaker cables

≥3k4-m (13-foot)

cables

≥2k10-m (33-foot)

cables

Sheet of
speaker-cable
stickers

1 FRONT (L)

SUBWOOFER

1

2

3

4

5

_:
`:

Click!

Copper
Silver

[Note]

≥Never short-circuit positive (i) and negative (j) speaker wires.
≥Be sure to connect only positive (copper) wires to positive (i)

Stand

1 Pass the cable through

the hole.

2 Pass through the cutout

in the base.

2 FRONT (R)

3 SURROUND (L)

4 SURROUND (R)

5 CENTER

terminals and negative (silver) wires to negative (j) terminals.
Incorrect connection can damage the speakers.

STEP

TV

AUDIO

IN

VCR

AUDIO

IN

AUX

LINE
OUT

COMPONENT

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO OUT

P

B

P

R

Y

OPTICAL

IN

AM ANTFM ANT

EXTLOOP75

h

GND

L

R

A

TV

AUDIO

IN

VCR

AUDIO

IN

AUX

LINE
OUT

COMPONENT

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO OUT

P

B

P

R

Y

OPTICAL

IN

AM ANTFM ANT

EXTLOOP75

h

GND

L

R

A

TV

AUDIO

IN

VCR

AUDIO

IN

AUX

LINE
OUT

COMPONENT

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO OUT

P

B

P

R

Y

OPTICAL

IN

AM ANTFM ANT

EXTLOOP75

h

GND

L

R

A

3

Television

∫ Connecting a television with a VIDEO IN terminal

Television

(not included)

VIDEO
IN

Video cable

(included)

Connect directly to your television.

Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder,
because the picture may not be played correctly due to the copy
guard.

∫ Connecting a television with COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals

These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive
output and provide a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

R

P

B

P

Y

Video cables

(not included)

terminal. Connection using these terminals outputs the color
difference signals (P
order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors.
≥The description of the component video input terminals depends

on the television or monitor (e.g. Y/P
Connect to terminals of the same color.

≥After making this connection, change the black level for a better

picture (➡ page 34, Video—Black Level Control).

Video cable

Simple setup

B/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in

B/PR, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR).

To enjoy progressive video

≥Connect to the component video (480P) input terminals on a television compatible with this unit’s copy guard system.

(Video will not be displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible television.)

≥Press [PROGRESSIVE] on the main unit so “PROG.” appears on the display (➡ page 14).
≥All televisions manufactured by Panasonic and that have 480P input connectors are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if

you have another brand of television.

∫ Connecting a television with an S-VIDEO IN terminal

S-VIDEO OUT terminal

The S video terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO
OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and luminance

S-VIDEO

IN

S-video cable (not included)

(Y) signals. (Actual results depend on the television.)

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STEP

TV

AUDIO

IN

VCR

AUDIO

IN

AUX

LINE
OUT

COMPO

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

P

B

P

R

OPTICAL

IN

AM ANTFM ANT

EXTLOOP75

h

GND

L

R

A

5

4

Connecting the subwoofer, antennas, and AC power supply cord

Simple setup

System cable

AM loop
antenna

FM indoor
antenna

AC power supply cord

[For\U.S.A.\and\Canada] [For\others] [For\areas\except\U.S.A.\and\Canada]

Connect the AC power supply cord after
all other connections are complete.

FM indoor antenna

Adhesive tape
Fix the other end of the antenna
where reception is best.

AM loop antenna

Click!

Stand the antenna up on
its base.
Keep loose antenna cord
away from other wires and
cords.

2

1

Catch up

To disconnect

System cable

Press the catch
and pull out.

Catch to the right

To disconnect

Press the catch

Conserving power

and pull out.

The unit consumes power (For U.S.A. and Canada: approx. 0.5 W or for
units with PX printed on the outer packaging and Latin America: approx.

0.9 W) even when it is turned off with [Í]. To save power when the unit is
not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet.
Remember to reset the radio stations and any other memory items
before using the unit again.
Information you enter into the unit’s memory remains intact for up to
2 weeks after the AC power supply cord is disconnected.

Subwoofer

1

L

2

R

3

L

4

R

5

A

[For\areas\except\U.S.A.\and\Canada]

If the power plug will not fit your AC outlet

Use the power plug adaptor (included).

If it still doesn’t fit, contact an electrical parts distributor
for assistance.

Power plug adaptor

[For\areas\except\U.S.A.\and\Canada]

Before connecting the AC
power supply cord

Set the voltage.
(Back of subwoofer)

127 V 110 V 220 V-230 V 240 V

VOLT ADJ

Use a flat-head screwdriver to turn
the voltage selector on the back of
the subwoofer to the appropriate
position for the area in which this
system is used.
If the power supply in your area is
115 V or 120 V, please set the
voltage selector as follows:

≥For 115 V: Set to 110 V.
≥For 120 V: Set to 127 V.

AC power supply cord

To household AC outlet

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STEP

Remote control

+

3

The remote control

R6/LR6, AA, UM-3

3

-

1

+

-

2

Batteries

≥Insert so the poles (i and

j) match those in the

remote control.

≥Do not use rechargeable

type batteries.

Do not;

≥mix old and new batteries.
≥use different types at the same time.
≥heat or expose to flame.
≥take apart or short circuit.
≥attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which
can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long
period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

∫ Use

Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of
7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit.

Other speaker setup options

Attaching to a wall

[HT900] (Center speaker only) [HT700] [HT690]

[Note]

The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should
be capable of supporting 10 kg (22 Ib.) per screw.

Remove the stand. ([HT900] only)

BEFORE REMOVING THE STAND

≥Take the speaker cable out of the stand’s hole if it is threaded

through.

≥Lay the speaker on a soft cloth.

Unscrew the screw with a Phillips-head screwdriver.

Stand

1 Screw a screw (not included) into the

wall.

30– 35 mm

3

/16q–13/8q)

(1

‰7.5–9.4 mm

19

/64q–3/8q)

(

8– 11 mm

3

/8q–7/16q)

(

Wall

2 Fit the speaker securely onto the

screw with the hole or holes.

Vertical Horizontal

100 mm

15

(3

/16q)

Simple setup

Fitting speaker stands (optional)

[HT900] (Center speaker only) [HT700] [HT690]

Preparation

Remove the stand ([HT900] only).
Ensure the stands meet these conditions before purchasing them.
≥Observe the diameter and length of the screws and the distance

between screws as shown in the diagram.

≥The stands must be able to support over 10 kg (22 lb.).
≥The stands must be stable even if the speakers are in a high

position.

Notes on speaker use

≥You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you

play sound at high levels over extended periods.

≥Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage.

–When playing distorted sound.
–When the speakers are receiving howling from a record player,

noise from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an

oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument.
–When adjusting the sound quality.
–When turning the unit on or off.

If irregular coloring occurs on your television

These speakers are designed to be used close to a television, but
the picture may be affected with some televisions and setup
combinations.

If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30 minutes.

The television’s demagnetizing function should correct the problem.
If it persists, move the speakers further away from the television.

Attach the stands
with these holes.

5 mm (13/64q), pitch 0.8 mm (1/32q)

60 mm (2

Speaker stand

Plate thickness plus 7 to
10 mm (plus

Caution
≥Use the speakers only with the

recommended system. Failure to do
so may lead to damage to the
amplifier and/or the speakers, and
may result in the risk of fire. Consult
a qualified service person if damage
has occurred or if you experience a
sudden change in performance.

≥Do not attempt to attach these

speakers to walls using methods
other than those described in this
manual.

9

/32q to 25/64q)

(not included)

23

/64q)

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Simple setup

STEP

6

1

4–7

QUICK SETUP

AV SYSTEM

TV VCR

DIGITAL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

DISC

PAGE

GROUP

SEQUENTIAL

REPEAT

PLAY MODE

TOP MENU

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

DISPLAY

TV VOL

SUBWOOFER

LEVEL

SLEEP

C.S.M

SHIFT

TUNER/BAND DVD/CD

123

DISC 1 DISC 2

456

DISC 4 DISC 5

7809

FL DISPLAY

CANCEL

SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

CH

ENTER

s

VOLUME

C.FOCUS

S.POSITION

SFC

S.SRND

ZOOM

AV EFFECT

P.MEMORY

AUDIO

DR COMP

TEST

CH SELECT

QUICK REPLAY

DISC 3

S

10/

ENTER

MENU

PLAY LIST

RETURN

TV VOL

r

MIX 2CH

PL

SETUP

MUTING

DELAY TIME

SUBTITLE

2

RETURN

3, 7

3, 7

The QUICK SETUP screen appears when you press [SHIFT]i
[SETUP] the first time after purchase and assists you to make
necessary settings. You can access this screen again later if you
need to (➡ page 34, Others — QUICK SETUP).

Preparation

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the
television to suit the connections for the unit.

1 Press [Í] to turn on the unit.
2 Press [DVD/CD] to select “DVD/CD”

as the source.

3 Press [SHIFT]i[SETUP] to show the

QUICK SETUP screen.

SETUP

SELECT

ENTER RETURN

QUICK SETUP

Select the menu language.

English

Français

Español

4 Press [3, 4] to select the menu

language and press [ENTER].

5 Press [3, 4] to select “Yes” to

continue and press [ENTER].

6 Press [3, 4] to select the item and

press [ENTER].

≥Audio Language (➡ page 34)
≥Subtitle Language (➡ page 34)
≥TV Type (➡ below)
≥TV Aspect (➡ below)

7 Press [ENTER] and then [SHIFT]i

[SETUP] to end the settings.

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To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

∫ TV Type

Select to suit the type of television.

≥Standard (Direct View TV) (factory preset)
≥CRT Projector
≥LCD TV/Projector
≥Projection TV
≥Plasma TV

∫ TV Aspect

Select “4:3” (regular) or “16:9” (widescreen) to suit your
television.
If you have a regular 4:3 television, you can also select how video
on some discs is shown (➡ page 34, Video—TV Aspect).

≥4:3 Pan&Scan (factory preset)

Widescreen software is expanded to fill the
screen of a 4:3 aspect television (unless
prohibited by the producer of the disc).

≥4:3 Letterbox

Widescreen software is shown in the
letterbox style on a 4:3 aspect television.

Control reference guide

C

AV SYSTEM

1

2

3

4

5

6

TV/VIDEO

DISC

PAGE

GROUP

SEQUENTIAL

REPEAT

PLAY MODE

TV VCR

DIGITAL

TUNER/BAND DVD/CD

AUX

123

DISC 1 DISC 2

456

DISC 4 DISC 5

7809

FL DISPLAY

CANCEL

S

DISC 3

10/

D

E

ENTER

7
8

SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

CH

F

9

C.FOCUS

S.SRND

ZOOM
AUDIO

DR COMP

DELAY TIME

QUICK REPLAY

[

MENU

PLAY LIST

RETURN

TV VOL

MIX 2CH

PL

SETUP

MUTING

SUBTITLE

r

TUNE MODETUNING FM MODE MEMORY

12345

DISCV.R.S M.R.S

J

G

H

I
K

L

VUTSNOM QR

W

VOLUME

OPEN/CLOSE

DOWN

UP

DISC EXCHANGE

DISC SKIP

^

_\

@

TOP MENU

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

DISPLAY

TV VOL

s

SUBWOOFER

LEVEL

SLEEP

C.S.M

SHIFT

ENTER

VOLUME

S.POSITION

SFC

AV EFFECT
P.MEMORY

TEST

CH SELECT

:

;

<

=

>

?
A

B

1

PHONES

X Z]

/IPROGRESSIVE

DIGITAL IN

C.S.MPOWER

Í

Y

P

SELECTOR

5

5

4

Disc tray number

4

`

1 Standby/on switch [Í]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2 TV/VIDEO button [TV/VIDEO]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

3 Disc select button [DISC], Disc buttons [DISC1]–[DISC5] . . 14

4 Group, Page button [GROUP, PAGE]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17

5 Sequential button [SEQUENTIAL]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

6 Cancel, FL display button [CANCEL, FL DISPLAY] . . . . 19, 31

7
8 Skip, Preset channel, TV channel button

9 Basic operation buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

: Top menu, Direct navigator button

; Cursor buttons [3, 4, 2, 1], Enter button [ENTER] . . . . . 12

<

= Volume buttons [s, r, VOLUME]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

> Sound field, sound quality buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28–31

?
@ [HT900] Position memory, AV effect button

A Shift button [SHIFT]

B Channel select, Test button [CH SELECT, TEST] . . . . . 28, 29

C AV system standby/on button [Í, AV SYSTEM] . . . . . . . . . 32

D Source select buttons

E Numbered buttons [1–9, 0, S10/ENTER] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

F Slow/search, Tuning buttons

G Menu, Play list button [MENU, PLAY LIST]. . . . . . . . . . . 14, 21

H Return, TV volume up button [RETURN, TV VOLr] . . . 12, 32

I Muting, Setup button [MUTING, SETUP] . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 31

J Audio, Zoom button [AUDIO, ZOOM] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 20

K [HT900] Subtitle, Delay time button

L [HT900]

1 Standby/on switch [Í/I, POWER] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

M Standby/on indicator [Í/I]

N Custom Sound Memory button [C.S.M] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

O Progressive out button [PROGRESSIVE] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

P Skip/search, Tuning buttons

Q Source select button [SELECTOR]

R Drawer

S Stop, Tune mode button [∫, TUNE MODE]. . . . . . . . . . . 14, 27

T Pause, FM mode button [;, FM MODE] . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 27

U Play, Memory button [1, MEMORY] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 27

V Volume control [VOLUME, DOWN, UP] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

W Drawer open/close button [<, OPEN/CLOSE] . . . . . . . . . . . 14

X Headphone jack [PHONES] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Y [HT900] DIGITAL IN button [DIGITAL IN] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Z Multi rear surround, Virtual rear surround indicators

[ Display
\ Remote control signal sensor

] Disc indicators [DISC 1–5] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

^ Disc exchange button [DISC EXCHANGE]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

_ Disc skip button [DISC SKIP] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

` AC supply indicator [AC IN]

Remote control

Play mode, Repeat button [PLAY MODE, REPEAT]

[: 9, SKIP, X CH W] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 27, 32

[TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 21

Display, TV volume down button [DISPLAY, TV VOLs]

[HT900]

Dolby Pro Logic

II

button [

ÎPLII

]

[HT700] [HT690] Dolby Pro Logic button [ÎPL]

Custom sound memory, Sleep button [C.S.M, SLEEP]

[P.MEMORY, AV EFFECT]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 29

[HT700] [HT690]

Position memory button [POSITION MEMORY]

To use functions labeled in orange:
While pressing [SHIFT], press the corresponding button.

Face towards this unit to change the source.
Press [TV] or [VCR] first to operate a Panasonic television or
video cassette recorder (➡ pages 32, 33).

[HT900] AUX, DIGITAL input button [AUX, DIGITAL]

[HT700] [HT690] AUX button [AUX]

[6, 5 SLOW/SEARCH] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 27

[SUBTITLE, DELAY TIME] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 30

[HT700] [HT690] Subtitle button [SUBTITLE]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Quick replay, Dynamic range compression button

[QUICK REPLAY, DR COMP] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 31

[HT700] [HT690] Quick replay button [QUICK REPLAY] . . . . . . 15

. . . . . 17, 19

. . 24, 32

. . 30, 31

. . 15

Main unit

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.

When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indicator
lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.

[:/6, 5/9, X TUNING W] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 27

[HT900] DVD/CD>FM>AM>TV>VCR>AUX>DIGITAL IN

[HT700] [HT690] DV D/CD >FM>AM>TV>VCR>AUX

[M.R.S, V.R.S] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Subwoofer

This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC mains
supply.

Getting started

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Discs—Basic play

S

–

%

@@

PROGRESSIVE

SELECTOR

.M

V.R.S M.R.S

PROGRESSIVE

Í

DISC

Disc operations

SEQUENTIAL

∫

TOP MENU

342 1

ENTER

%

P.MEMORY

[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Preparation

≥Press [Í] to turn on the unit.

≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the

television to suit the connections for the unit.

TV/VIDEO

DISC

PAGE

GROUP

SEQUENTIAL

REPEAT

PLAY MODE

SKIP

CH

TOP MENU

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

DISPLAY

s

TV VOL

SUBWOOFER

LEVEL

SLEEP

C.S.M

SHIFT

AV SYSTEM

DIGITAL

DISC 1 DISC 2

DISC 4 DISC 5

FL DISPLAY

CANCEL

S.POSITION

AV EFFECT
P.MEMORY

CH SELECT

Disc indicators

AUX

TUNER/BAND DVD/CD

123

456

7809

ENTER

VOLUME

SFC

TEST

QUICK REPLAY

∫;

TUNE MODETUNING FM MODE MEMORY

12345

DISC

DISC EXCHANGE

TV VCR

DISC 3

S

10/

ENTER

SLOW/SEARCH

MENU

PLAY LIST

RETURN

TV VOL

r

C.FOCUS

MIX 2CH

S.SRND

PL

ZOOM

SETUP

AUDIO

MUTING

DR COMP

DELAY TIME

SUBTITLE

DOWN

!

DISC 1
DISC 5

Numbered
buttons

$

;

MENU

RETURN

SUBTITLE

QUICK REPLAY

,

#$

VOLUME

OPEN/CLOSE

UP

DISC EXCHANGE

DISC SKIP

DISC SKIP

If the disc contains both audio data (WMA and MP3) and
JPEG, check “Mixed Disc—Audio & Stills” setting in the

SETUP menu (➡ page 34). Select “Stills (JPEG)” or “Audio
(MP3/WMA)”.

≥Remove TYPE 2 and 4 discs

from their cartridges before use.

Play starts from the disc in
the front-left position.

[RAM]

≥Label-up (With double-sided

discs, load so the label for the
side you want to play is facing

1

1

5

up.)

[3] Press [<] to close the drawer.

[HT900] A disc indicator lights up red to show a disc is

[HT700] [HT690] A disc indicator lights up green to show a disc

on the tray.

is on the tray.

[4] Press [1] (play).

Play begins.
[WMA] [MP3] [CD] (CD text only)
Group and track names are displayed on the television.

≥Press [SUBTITLE] to turn the display on or off.
≥You can also use the navigation menus to control play

(➡ page 22).

[5] Adjust the volume.

– dB

(Minimum) (Maximum)

∫ To pause play

Press [;] during play.
Press [1] (play) to restart play.

∫ To stop play

Press [∫] (➡ page 15, Resume function).

∫ To select a disc

Press [DISC] and then the disc button ([DISC 1]–[DISC 5]).

∫ To prevent damage

Do not;

≥load more than one disc per tray.
≥touch the drawer or the carousel while they are in motion.
≥rotate the carousel by hand.
≥close the drawer by hand.

[Note]

≥If “$” appears on the television

The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.

≥It may take some time for play to start but this is normal.

0 dB

5

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[1] Press [DVD/CD] to select “DVD/CD” as

the source.

To enjoy progressive video

Press [PROGRESSIVE].

The television will be disrupted for a
moment but this is normal.
≥Output from this unit is interlace if you have connected to the

television through the VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT or
playing PAL discs, even if “PROG.” is on the display.

≥When progressive output is on, closed captions will not be

displayed.

PROG

.

[2] Press [<] to open the drawer and

place the disc(s) on the disc tray(s).

To load discs on the other trays, press [DISC SKIP] on the
main unit.

When a menu appears on the television

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD]

Press the numbered buttons to select an
item.

To select a 2-digit number

Example: To select item 23, press [S10] ➡ [2] ➡ [3].
≥When playing DVDs, you can also use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select

items. Press [ENTER] to confirm your selection.

To return to the menu screen

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [TOP MENU]: Shows the first menu screen.
[DVD-V] [MENU]: Shows the menu screen.

[VCD] [RETURN]: Shows the menu screen.

[Note]

The disc continues to rotate while the menu is displayed even after
you finish playing an item. Press [∫] when you finish to preserve the
unit’s motor and your television screen.